Distance Learning & General Information
The combination of Distance Learning and Workshop
courses
Depending on the educational module you study, the
medium of the distance learning will change. It is important
to look at the academics of the programme as well as
the workshops. You cannot qualify on theory ALONE. Your
future clients expect you to have capable and practical
experience - which we teach. The medium will then depend
on all factors involved and may be adjusted for individual
requirements.
All CIDBT courses and materials are sent by e-mail
in word documents and or PDF’s. This is the most
sensible and environmentally conscious way of reducing
paper use and course costs. Returned work should be
in a word type file that can be opened/viewed and marked
by your tutor.
If you wish to have a course sent by post this may
incur a special additional charge though in some circumstances.
(i.e. if you don't have access to a computer) this may
not be applied. You must make the postal request when
the tutor FIRST contacts you by e mail at the course
beginning indicated by the tutors first welcome e mail
to you.
Why Is Accreditation Important?
In order to gain recognition of your hard work, the
CIDBT, like other British companies and institutions
have been assessed through the rigorous Work based system
at Middlesex University which has twice won the Queen's
award for excellence in such programmes of education.
The process of accreditation is a voluntary one that provides for a minimum of standards and includes an intensive self-study by the institution and an inspection by external examiners. The Middlesex University invite another British University to execute this process.
What Challenges Can I Expect?
Previous studies comparing distance learning with traditional
on-campus learning have indicated similar, if not higher,
success rates. The distance learning student, however,
will have to compete with other distractions such as
family and work unlike the “traditional” student. Make
sure your schedule will enable you to successfully complete
requirements for each module.
Keep in mind that some course work will strictly adhere
to pre-established timelines while other programmes
are flexible and self-adjusting to the rate of study.
All educational institutions have policies concerning
refunds, renewals periods, transfers, and withdrawals
from course work. (See our student agreement form).
Under INSTITUE then click enrolment form.
Financial Aid
There is little funding for distance learning at the
present time. Since a majority of individuals who use
distance learning are not full-time students, the home
institution might not provide as much funding as for
campus-based students. Keep your options open and talk
to your employer, local education adult authority, trade
union or any other organisation which supports continuing
education about possible funding
How Do I Apply?
The procedure for applying to distance learning degree
programmes is similar to traditional degree programmes.
You should contact the register on the CIDBT contact
page.
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